2001 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 2 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu YRV | 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | YRV | Prizm |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
