2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1015 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.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | U4 B | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2901 mm |
