2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 658 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life 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 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Naked | Life |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
