2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Xedos 6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 1994 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Xedos |
| Model | Charade | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2620 mm |
