2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Naked | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
