2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 40 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Naked | Sirion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
