2012 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2006 Citroen C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2012 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2012 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
Model | Charade | C8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |