2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 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 1,397 cc, 2006 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 1400. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | YRV | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
