2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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 Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Yaris | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
