2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Xedos |
| Model | Naked | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
