2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS 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 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 2007 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. 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 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | Naked | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 84 L |
