2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 553 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Daihatsu YRV 2006 Honda Accord
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model YRV Accord
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 989 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 948 kg 1501 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 65 L


 

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