2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1370 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 GMC Yukon 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. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
| Model | YRV | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4819 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
