2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 18 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 42 L |
