1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 3 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 915 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora 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. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Naked | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
