2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2004 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2003 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2004 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | Naked |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
