2006 Toyota Tazz 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 Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tazz | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1363 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1355 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
