2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2004 Daihatsu YRV and 2004 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Optima weights approximately 597 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 2004 Kia Optima. 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, 2004 Kia Optima (245 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 65 L |
