2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 524 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, 2006 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Naked | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
