2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C5 | Charade |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |