2005 Renault Avantime vs. 2004 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu YRV. 2004 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Avantime will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Avantime | 2004 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avantime | YRV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
