2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 (3 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 428 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.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2007 Hyundai Accent
Make Daihatsu Hyundai
Model YRV Accent
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 45 L