2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Naked | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Naked | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2512 mm |