2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. 2001 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | YRV | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
