2011 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
