2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Naked | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
