2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |