2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 679 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Yaris | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
