2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu Naked and 2003 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 648 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Naked 350Z
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 73 L


 

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