2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Honda Legend
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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 930 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |
