2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 133 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |
