2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 3 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1410 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | Naked | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
