2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1538 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 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Land Rover |
| Model | YRV | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
