2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 303 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |
