2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2006 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
| Model | Charade | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 95 L |
