2002 Honda That vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2002 Honda That is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Honda That. 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | That | Echo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
