2000 Audi S3 vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Audi S3 | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | S3 | U4 B |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 60.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |