2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 580 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | YRV | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
