2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1993 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C5 | Charade |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |