2003 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |