2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2001 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu U4 B and 2001 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 388 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2001 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
