2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2000 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 487 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 2000 Ford Taurus. 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | YRV | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |