2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 8 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 965 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 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
