2001 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 286 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
