2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Laguna. 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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna 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.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
Model | YRV | Laguna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |