2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura CSX weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Yaris | CSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
