2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 7 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (64 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 190 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (160 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Thalia 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 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Naked | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2473 mm |
