2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 3 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 660 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | U4 B | Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
