2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 6 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 250 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.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kalos | U4 B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
