2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 261 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avalanche | YRV |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 37 L |
