2012 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daihatsu |
| Model | R | YRV |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
