2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda HR-V. 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 (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
