2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 930 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 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. 2001 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |
