2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (100 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charade | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
