2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 210 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, 2002 Kia Rio (113 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Naked | Rio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
