2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 239 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 2009 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Fit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
