2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1124 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | SsangYong |
| Model | YRV | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
