2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 542 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.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | YRV | Sportage |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 58 L |