2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2000 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1100 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | YRV | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 88 L |
