2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 760 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V 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, 1997 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 1997 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
