2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 644 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.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | YRV | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
