2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1352 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | U4 B | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 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 | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
