2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2006 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 659 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 2006 BMW 318 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 2006 BMW 318. 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, 2006 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | Naked | 318 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
