2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Opel Astra (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charade | Astra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 52 L |
