2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (86 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | YRV | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
