2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 905 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 C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C8 | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |