2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 77 L |
