1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 809 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
