1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1423 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Naked | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2881 mm |