2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Daihatsu Charade were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C1 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C1 (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C1 2005 Daihatsu Charade
Make Citroen Daihatsu
Model C1 Charade
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 57 HP
Torque 132 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 740 kg


 

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