2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 499 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |