2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 7 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 341 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Yaris | ILX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
