2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu U4 B and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra 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 2001 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Astra 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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2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | U4 B | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |