2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2.
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, 2003 Citroen C2 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 36 L |
