2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 875 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | Protege |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
