2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
