2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Yaris 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Corolla
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 150 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.6 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 830 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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