2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 766 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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.
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2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | YRV | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |