2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Life |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |