2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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. Both 2003 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Suzuki Jimny are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 148 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | YRV | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
