2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu YRV and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 718 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | YRV | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
