1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 410 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Clio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
