2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Daihatsu U4 B and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 145 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 Smart ForFour. 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 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | U4 B | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |