2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Yaris | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
