2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | YRV | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2512 mm |