2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. 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 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | YRV | Today |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |