2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 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 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Naked. 2000 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Naked |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 37 L |
