2000 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Naked | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |
