1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 281 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. 2010 Citroen C3 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. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Charade | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
