2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 458 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Naked | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
