2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 504 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Naked | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |