2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2004 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
