2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 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. Both 2000 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 Daihatsu YRV are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 20 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | YRV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
