2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | Charade | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |