2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
