2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Taurus weights approximately 695 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 2003 Ford Taurus. 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 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Ford Taurus 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. 2003 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | YRV | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |