2001 Acura NSX vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2001 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. 2001 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2010 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2010 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | NSX | Charade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
