1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 285 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |