2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 485 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 Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | YRV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |
