2008 Acura TL vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 748 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
