2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Ford Flex

To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 76 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2009 Ford Flex
Make Daihatsu Ford
Model YRV Flex
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 70 L


 

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