2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Naked | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Naked | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
