2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 242 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
