1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |