1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 75 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 2001 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 2001 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Naked | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
