1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Commodore | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Holden | Daihatsu |
| Model | Commodore | YRV |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
