2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 821 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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 2009 Kia Borrego. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Naked | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4627 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 78 L |
