1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 407 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
