2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 744 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Naked | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
