2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Yaris and 2005 Honda Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Yaris | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
