2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 107 kg more than 2012 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 (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
