2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
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 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Naked | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
