2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1360 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | YRV | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
