2000 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
