1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 2005 Renault Clio 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. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Clio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |