2012 Hyundai i20 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i20 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Hyundai | Daihatsu |
| Model | i20 | YRV |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17:01 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
