2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Audi A4

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2006 Audi A4 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. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2006 Audi A4
Make Daihatsu Audi
Model YRV A4
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 70 L


 

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