2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 85 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | Charade |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
