2008 Toyota Avalon vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Toyota Avalon and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avalon | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 15310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
