2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 584 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Naked | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
