2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,597 cc, 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (108 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera.
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 (140 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
