2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1090 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | U4 B | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
