1996 Suzuki Cappuccino vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Cappuccino | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
