2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 360 kg more 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, 2008 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
