2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Daihatsu | BMW |
Model | YRV | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |