2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1286 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 952 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Toyota | SSC |
| Model | Yaris | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2667 mm |
