2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,667 cc, 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 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 2008 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1667 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
