2012 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 794 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. 2002 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Tacoma | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Tacoma | YRV |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 36 L |
