2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 708 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.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LaCrosse | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
