1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Naked | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
