2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 575 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, 2003 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Naked | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 52 L |
