2002 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Cobra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 AC Cobra 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 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2005 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Naked |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
