2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 855 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
| Model | YRV | 535 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
