2005 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 8 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 741 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Naked. 2005 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 5 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 | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
