2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 545 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 2009 Citroen C5. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 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 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | U4 B | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
