2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 989 cc, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
