1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |