2008 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2003 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | RDX | Naked |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
