2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
