2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | YRV | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |