2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2614 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2005 Ford Excursion 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 167 L |
