1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1996 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
Model | Charade | C5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |