2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
