2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,493 cc, 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2005 Honda Civic
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model YRV Civic
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1493 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 1125 kg
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 50 L


 

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