2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 440 weights approximately 105 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, 1996 Volvo 440 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | 440 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
