2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1000 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
