2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2002 Daihatsu YRV and 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | YRV | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
