2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2002 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu U4 B would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 965 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 2002 Mercury Villager. 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, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager 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 | 2002 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | U4 B | Villager |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 3274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |