2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | YRV | Contour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
