2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2003 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2003 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
