2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
