1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Saxo | Charade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |