2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2011 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 C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
