2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Fit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 41 L |
