2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | YRV | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |