2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV

To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 827 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Nissan GT-R 2005 Daihatsu YRV
Make Nissan Daihatsu
Model GT-R YRV
Year Released 2012 2005
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 989 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 530 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 607 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 6-speed automated manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1737 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4671 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1895 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1369 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2779 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 40 L


 

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