2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu Naked and 2002 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 576 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, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (236 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. 2002 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Naked | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |