2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
