2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 659 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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2008 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |