2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1417 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Citi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 49 L |
