2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
