2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 299 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.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charade | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 60 L |