2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2010 Opel Agila
To start off, 2010 Opel Agila is newer by 9 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Agila weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Agila. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Agila. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Agila 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 | 2010 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | U4 B | Agila |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
