2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 180 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, 2002 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Clio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |