2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Honda NSX

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.

Because 2008 Honda NSX 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 2008 Honda NSX. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Daihatsu YRV 2008 Honda NSX
Make Daihatsu Honda
Model YRV NSX
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1296 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 252 HP
Torque 120 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 175 km/hour 260 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 7.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 70 L


 

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