2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charade | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
