2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (201 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 761 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 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Naked | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
