2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | YRV | 993 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
