1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1999 Daihatsu Naked and 1999 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1115 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Naked | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 88 L |