2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 759 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.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
