2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Naked and 2003 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 846 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.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 59 L |
