2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 785 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.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 200 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 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
