2005 Toyota Echo vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Echo | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Echo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 932 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
