2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 35 L |
