2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 870 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.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Naked | 525 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
