2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Citroen Saxo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Saxo | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
