2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Aveo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |
