2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Almera (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Almera weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2003 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Naked | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Naked | Almera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
