1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 6 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 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ 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. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Naked | AZ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |