2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 744 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 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Naked | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
