2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 Daihatsu Naked (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | Naked | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 33 L |
