2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2005 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2005 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2005 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
