1997 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |