1993 Xedos 6 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1993 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1993 Xedos 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Xedos 6 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Xedos | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
