1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xsara | Naked |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |