2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1999 Kia Potentia

To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Potentia weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Kia Potentia 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 1999 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1999 Kia Potentia (181 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu Naked 1999 Kia Potentia
Make Daihatsu Kia
Model Naked Potentia
Year Released 2001 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 658 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 181 Nm
Engine Bore Size 68.1 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 87.9 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2720 mm


 

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