The Honda FIT...

[benfal2001]

and what that stupid idea putting the centered console ?? What they was thinking ?? Don't want my passenger argue with the speed I'm going.

[benfal2001]

Originally Posted by Thirty-Nine

I'd like to know how the Fit is on the highway, too.

The more I look at the Fit, the less I like its USDM extended front bumpers and OEM ground effects kit. I don't mind the base version much, but you can't get cruise on the base model, I don't believe.

I think if I had to replace my wife's Civic tomorrow, I'd probably get a Polar White xA because she wants a four-door with a tach, and prefers hatchbacks.

Get a Fit for the H on the hood. Don't mess your time.

[Idjiit]

Originally Posted by benfal2001

No difference. The back seats would not goes flater with the 60/40 anyway and the entry will not be wider.

Uh, no, that's the point... the 60/40's do fold flat.

[Idjiit]

Originally Posted by benfal2001

and what that stupid idea putting the centered console ?? What they was thinking ?? Don't want my passenger argue with the speed I'm going.

It's one of the many things done to allow them to sell the car for $10,000 instead of $14,000. It makes it cheaper for them to produce them for a global market.

[stuffy]

my yaris has abs, power windows, a/c, and the total bill was under $17,000 cdn, my friend's bill for the fit he is buying (+ 4 air bags, auto trans, "magic seat") is $22,000. i couldn't believe when he told me that, wtf? it isn't even the sport model.

the fit has a lower power to weight ratio than the yaris, so in fact, it has less power than the yaris.

and

the fit styling is yucky, a tiny honda oddysey

[benfal2001]

Originally Posted by stuffy

my buddy just ordered a fit today, i will take some comparison photos once he gets it,

then i will kick his ass in a little yaris vs fit action!

hihihi but keep in mind that the Fit has a peppy vtec engine and don't roll like the yaris in curves and the fit has 603 liters cargo volume and the yaris only 228.
don't miss your time...

[stuffy]

benfal2001, clearly you are a fan of your car, and clearly everyone here is a fan of their yarii, so you won't win many over on the yarisworld forum,
i'm sure the fit is a good little car, and some nice features, but it's a homely little car,
i don't like the styling of it at all, so wouldn't put it at the top of my list for that very reason

but keep in mind that the Fit has a peppy vtec engine

keep in mind that the yaris has a peppy vvti engine

but truthfully i didn't buy the yaris to race, if i was, i spend more money to lower it and stiffen the suspension to reduce the body roll, and still come in under the price of the fit.

[why?]

Yawn, the fit is just way overpriced like all hondum's.

Saw a few today at a hondum dealer, almost was sick.

Lets see, less gas mileage than civic, less room than civic, uglier even then the saturnized civic, why should anyone buy it over a civic?

The Yaris gets better gas mileage, weighs less, costs less, is better looking, is safer, is newer, is better.

As usual, the temper tantrum, like all other hondum's, comes in second place to Toyota. They are pretender's. They are losers.

[Dylanby]

Well I've driven both & as always, it comes down to personal preference.

The Fit is a good sub-compact. I just think the Yaris is better. The only place where I feel the Fit surpasses the Yaris is in airbag safety. The cargo space for the Yaris is fine. While the Fit surpasses it in this area, it's only relevant if your lifestyle demands greater cargo. Also, while the fit is slightly longer than the Yaris it's also slightly narrower. The driver seating position & view is slightly more "sporty" than the Yaris at the cost of feeling more claustrophobic, IMO. The Yaris was designed to "feel" larger than it is, unless of course you plan on riding around in the cargo area.

There are other differences of course, but in the end none of it really matters.

You bought your car & are happy with it just as the Yaris owners are happy with their choice.

If you made your purchasing decision so that you can feel superior to other car owners & post negative crap on their fansites, that's just sad. And comparing the performance of sub-compact car engines (109 vs 106) in terms of power instead of efficiency & functionality is just silly.

[corey415]

Originally Posted by why?

Lets see, less gas mileage than civic, less room than civic, uglier even then the saturnized civic, why should anyone buy it over a civic?

Again, why would one buy a Yaris LB as a opposed to a Corolla?

Perhaps some prefer a hatchback configuration? The fuel efficiency really isnt that different either. The passenger volume is very similar as well.

Originally Posted by why?

As usual, the temper tantrum, like all other hondum's, comes in second place to Toyota. They are pretender's. They are losers.

Second place? Most comparos place the Fit above the Yaris...

What do you have against Honda anyone? You seem so angry.

[why?]

Honda is just a second rate car company.

Wow, you just want to lie down and let anyone come here and insult us, don't you.

Sorry, I don't do it that way. Someone insults me and the gloves come off.

[Idjiit]

Ummm... why buy the Liftback instead of a Corolla? Because it's a hathback. Why buy the Liftback instead of a Corolla hatchback (the Matrix)? Because it's $5,000 cheaper.

[bikergal]

OMG everyone! Take a deep breath.... The flame wars arn't necessary are they?

There are thousands and thousands of different makes and models out there. Its all a matter of personal preference which car/truck/suv you choose to buy. Just because some like the Yaris and some like the Fit doesn't make you a bad person. You can argue until you're blue in the face why one is better than the other. It just doesn't make sense. Just be happy you found a car that suits your taste and budget.


If I hear one more person say "Why not buy the Corolla?" I am gonna loose it. This is a Yaris forum for people who like the Yaris. I had a dealership try and offer me a Corolla instead of a Yaris. I told the guy if I wanted the Corolla I would have asked for it. He was too lazy to try and get me one from another dealership or to order it I guess. He just lost a customer They are two different cars all together and one costs more than the other.


I want something small, cute and fun to drive. The Yaris seems to fit the bill perfect.



*steps off soapbox*

[ricko]

That is certainly true in a historical sense "39". I think it will take time for people to recognize the efficiency of the compact hatchback, both in fuel economy and in functionality. The difference between the 3 and 5 door (2 and 4 to you) is about $600 in Canada. For some that is more important than the extra 2 doors.

[hhcchen]

Originally Posted by stuffy

my buddy just ordered a fit today, i will take some comparison photos once he gets it,

then i will kick his ass in a little yaris vs fit action!

any news...?
did he get the fit yet...?
we would love to see some more comparison photos...
(side by side, front, rear, profile, bumpers, ground clearance... etc...)
or even some actions...

[60 Somethings]

Originally Posted by Goose

I recently bought an xA for my wife. It's a great car, but the gearing isn't very good for highway driving (at ~65-70MPH the engine's turning 3,500RPM's). I can't bring myself to try a Fit out of fear that the Fit is a more relaxed highway cruiser.

I took the MPH per 1,000 RPM figures from the data in the C&D review article for both the Yaris and the Fit and made a spreadsheet. The Fit tachs higher, basically due to it's 4.29 rear end vs. the Yaris' 3.72 rear end.

Here are some comparisons: (Yaris RPM 1st, & Fit RPM 2nd)

2nd @ 30 MPH = 3,093 vs. 3,571

3rd @ 45 MPH = 3,191 vs. 3,782

4th @ 60 MPH = 3,141 vs. 3,704

5th @ 70 MPH = 3,097 vs. 3,398

5th @ 90 MPH = 3,982 vs. 4,369

Conclusion: The Honda engine is definitely spinning faster to achieve it's performance figures.

Lou

[silverRS]

Doesn't matter to me or Im sure every yaris owner here. I chose the yaris because of the nice euro styling, excellent interior package, reliability, fuel economy, and last but not least TRD baby!!!

[60 Somethings]

For the record, here's what the 3dr liftback looks like with the 60/40 rear seat folded flat.

Lots of room.

Lou