2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 106. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 106 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
