2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 4 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Yaris | Splash |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
