1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1321 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Naked | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
