2008 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 2004 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2004 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Fit | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
