2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
| Model | Studebaker | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2340 mm |
