2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 586 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 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 2006 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1973 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
