2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 MG TF were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 300 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 MG TF. 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 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | YRV | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
