1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 740 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1999 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
