2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu YRV and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 595 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 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 2007 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | YRV | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
