1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Naked | R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
