2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Scion xA
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion xA (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Scion xA weights approximately 356 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, 2006 Scion xA (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Scion xA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Scion xA | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Scion |
| Model | Charade | xA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
