2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 905 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | CTS-V | Naked |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
