2004 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
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, both vehicles can yield 123 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Fit | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
