2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charade | U4 B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
