2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (229 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1485 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | U4 B | Commander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
