2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1087 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 Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | U4 B | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2868 mm |
