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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 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 230 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 | 1363 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
