2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1320 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 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
