1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Daihatsu Naked were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 470 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 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Naked |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
