2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 833 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Naked | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |