2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1714 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3683 mm |
