2004 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1050 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.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Yaris | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
