2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | YRV | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 62.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
