2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Naked |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |