2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 384 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Naked | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |
