2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2009 Lotus Evora 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 2009 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Evora | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Evora | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
