1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 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 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Saxo | Charade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |