2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 445 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 2000 Nissan Primera. 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | YRV | Primera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
