1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 749 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | SP-4 | M |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |