2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Corolla 2008 Toyota Yaris
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Yaris
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1240 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 42 L


 

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