2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1045 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 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
