2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | YRV | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
