2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 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 1,997 cc, 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C5 | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 750 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |