2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Smart | Daihatsu |
| Model | ForTwo | YRV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 36 L |
