2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 BMW 530

To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2012 BMW 530 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. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2012 BMW 530
Make Daihatsu BMW
Model YRV 530
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 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 36 L 70 L


 

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