2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 590 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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. 2002 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Naked | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
