2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
