2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 5 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 583 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.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Naked | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
