2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 4 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2005 Ford Maverick (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick 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 | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
