2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2006 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 435 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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model Naked Corsa
Year Released 2005 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 44 L


 

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