2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 180 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 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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.
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2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Naked | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |