2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1005 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |
