2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
