2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 845 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model YRV MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 230 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2270 mm


 

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