2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 11 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 45 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 Vauxhall 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
Make Daihatsu Vauxhall
Model YRV Corsa
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 935 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


 

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