2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 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 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
