2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 630 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 2005 Honda Element. 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
