2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Naked | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
