2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 720 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 2003 Honda Inspire. 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire 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 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | U4 B | Inspire |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |