2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Corsa 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 27 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Corsa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Corsa. 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 (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
