2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 374 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, 1999 Ford Focus (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Naked | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Naked | Focus |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81.4 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |