2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 259 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. 2004 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Naked | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
