2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 958 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 Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today 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 Today 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 (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Today |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 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 | 90 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |