2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 2 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | YRV | Aztek |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |
