2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ka weights approximately 209 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, 2006 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2006 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Naked | Ka |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1019 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
