2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu YRV and 2007 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lexus |
| Model | YRV | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
