2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 236 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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | YRV | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |
