2012 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 2007 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | 2007 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Rapide | YRV |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
