2005 Toyota Stallion 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 Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Stallion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Stallion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Stallion | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Stallion | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
