2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 4 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 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 85 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 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | YRV | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
