2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 817 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 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Naked | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Naked | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
