2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 762 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.
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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 62 L |
