2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
