1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Life |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |