2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 990 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.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 2003 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Blazer | YRV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
