2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. 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 2 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 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 2000 Daihatsu Charade. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | YRV | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
