2001 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 685 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Naked | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
