2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | YRV | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
