2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 6 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 89 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.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Naked has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Naked will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Naked |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |