2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Ford TL-50

To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2000 Ford TL-50 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 362 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 Ford TL-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford TL-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TL-50 (570 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 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 TL-50
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model YRV TL-50
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 570 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1302 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 37 L


 

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