2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 698 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Forester 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.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | YRV | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |