2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 995 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | U4 B | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 660 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |