2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 590 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 2006 Mazda B3000. 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 B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | U4 B | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
