2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
