1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1998 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Naked |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
