1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 855 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Avantime |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |