1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 297 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 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Naked | Polo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |