2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1245 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | U4 B | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3100 mm |
