2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 988 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm). This means 2001 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | Naked |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 810 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
