2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6.
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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Yaris | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
