2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 598 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
