2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Prius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
