2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 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 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | U4 B | Alto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 657 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 | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
