1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 679 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2690 mm |
