1999 Honda Z vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
