2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 471 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Charade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
