2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 580 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Make Daihatsu Volkswagen
Model YRV Golf
Year Released 2003 1999
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 62 L


 

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