2005 Acura MDX vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1156 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.
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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | MDX | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |
