2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Daihatsu YRV and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 173 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 (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 2005 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | YRV | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |