2004 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1041 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |