2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 808 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 2011 Volvo XC70. 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
| Model | YRV | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
