1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Berlingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Berlingo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Berlingo | Charade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
