2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 2005 Ford Fiesta
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model Naked Fiesta
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 658 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 79 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 76.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 45 L


 

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