2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 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 Citroen C2 (118 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2001 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Naked |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
