2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2007 Daihatsu YRV and 2007 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
| Model | YRV | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 33 L |
