2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Astro | Naked |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 37 L |
