2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |
