1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1125 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Naked | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
