2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 817 kg more than 1999 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 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Lucerne | Naked |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |