2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 900 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sebring | Charade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 36 L |
