2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 3 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2011 Lexus LFA 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 2011 Lexus LFA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Yaris | LFA |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
