2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Laser weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Laser. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
