2003 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.

Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu Naked 2012 Porsche Panamera
Make Daihatsu Porsche
Model Naked Panamera
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 63 HP 333 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 439 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1931 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1408 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2920 mm