2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
