2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Rio weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
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 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
