2004 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. 2006 Fiat Panda 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. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu YRV | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | YRV | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
