2009 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2002 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. (63 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | 2002 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cuore | Naked |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| 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 | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 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 - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 37 L |
