2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 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 | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | U4 B | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
