2002 Buick Cielo vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Cielo (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Cielo weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 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, 2002 Buick Cielo (387 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Cielo | 2003 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cielo | Naked |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 816 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |
