2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
