2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2002 Citroen Saxo and 2002 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo. 2002 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen Saxo has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen Saxo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Saxo | YRV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
