2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 2002 Lotus Exige. 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Naked | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| 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 | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 36 L |
