2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
