2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (119 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
