2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2005 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
| Model | Corsa | YRV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
