2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu Naked and 2001 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Lotus Elise 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 2001 Lotus Elise. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (168 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Naked | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 31 L |