2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 76 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 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Yaris | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
