1997 Honda Today vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,296 cc, 2006 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 645 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Honda Today 2006 Toyota Tazz
Make Honda Toyota
Model Today Tazz
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1296 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4260 mm


 

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