2002 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 680 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.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu YRV | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | YRV | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2615 mm |
