2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
