2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2000 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | YRV | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2512 mm |