2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 5 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1201 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Naked | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 85 L |
