2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Nissan Navara

To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.

Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara. 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 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2006 Nissan Navara
Make Daihatsu Nissan
Model Naked Navara
Year Released 2003 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 386 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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