2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 865 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 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | U4 B | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
