2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 424 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Charade |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
