2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | YRV | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
