2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 749 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 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 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 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 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.
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2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Naked | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |