2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 6 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1180 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 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Naked | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 74 L |
