2002 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 958 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Naked | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Cadillac |
| Model | Naked | CTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
