2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu YRV and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.

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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Vectra 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 2008 Opel Vectra
Make Daihatsu Opel
Model YRV Vectra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 11.2 seconds
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 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 61 L


 

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