2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |