2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Relay. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Relay would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 710 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 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Saturn Relay 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. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charade | Relay |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 95 L |
