2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1998 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
