2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV

To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2003 Daihatsu YRV
Make BMW Daihatsu
Model X5 YRV
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 40 L


 

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