2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
