2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1616 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 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
