2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 32 L |
