2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu U4 B and 2001 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 708 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
Model | U4 B | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |