2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Saxo | Charade |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |