Yaris vs. Camry - Yaris looses - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

voodoo22 · 06-14-2009, 05:30 PM

I don't like seeing this, but if you get a Camry to feel safer, then where does it end? With everyone drive full sized rigs? I'll continue to remain alert and stick at or below speed limits and enjoy our Yaris.

cleong · 06-14-2009, 08:58 PM

In this case, the Yaris wins.

It handles better, and can get you out of a dangerous situation instead of relying on its crash stars. Note how the Camry loses control, the Yaris is on the inside line of the Camry, and still retains enough control to brake in the same distance it takes the Camry to spin to a halt.

GeneW · 06-20-2009, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cleong

In this case, the Yaris wins.

It handles better, and can get you out of a dangerous situation instead of relying on its crash stars. Note how the Camry loses control, the Yaris is on the inside line of the Camry, and still retains enough control to brake in the same distance it takes the Camry to spin to a halt.

The trick is not to get hit. Yaris are very good at that.

Gene

TheSilkySmooth · 06-14-2009, 09:24 PM

Here's a 60 MPH real offest crash viddy (VERY UGLY) between two cars considered to have good structures. I dont think I could walk away from this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe3Jp...DC48B&index=25

TheSilkySmooth · 06-14-2009, 09:28 PM

I am not promoting heavier cars, I have driven sub-compacts for most of my life. They are maneuverable and can help a good driver AVOID an accident. Down with H2's, no Trailblaizers, No Yukons, No Ford Explorers, Expeditions, Excursions. etc! (I dont want them to hit me!)

leasaunce · 06-14-2009, 09:34 PM

check out the headlight! weeee!

SilverBack · 06-14-2009, 09:37 PM

See my comment on the first vid

Red Horse · 06-15-2009, 03:34 AM

Toyota should move the Yaris driver seat in the center :)

roxy1 · 06-15-2009, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Horse

Toyota should move the Yaris driver seat in the center :)

...and to the back seat. just need a steering wheel that telescopes 4 feet.

Tamago · 06-15-2009, 01:17 PM

driving lessons are a better way to spend your money than buying a heavier car :)

a majority of accidents happen when the driver of one or both vehicles is screwing around "not" driving.. radio, makeup, smoking, reading, talking on the phone.... it's just a shame when the irresponsible driver takes out the guy who was paying attention but couldn't react quickly enough

POORSHA · 06-15-2009, 01:48 PM

Hate to mention it, but there was a video of a smart vs mercedes. The smart did ok.

Tamago · 06-15-2009, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by POORSHA

Hate to mention it, but there was a video of a smart vs mercedes. The smart did ok.

the smart has always done well. no surprise there.

supmet · 06-15-2009, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Tamago

the smart has always done well. no surprise there.

The smart did ok. What about the passengers? I'm still a firm believer in the necessity of crumple zones.

There's a video of the smart running into a concrete barrier, and then the guy is like "oh look how well built the smart is! the passenger door still opens!". Everyone would have died in that car.

Tamago · 06-15-2009, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by supmet

The smart

There's a video of the smart running into a concrete barrier, and then the guy is like "oh look how well built the smart is! the passenger door still opens!". Everyone would have died in that car.

please name ANY car where the passengers would survive an 70mph head on impact. and don't take that video out of context. the commentator stated in the video that no one would have made it out alive.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJnWSUhjp0g

supmet · 06-15-2009, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Tamago

please name ANY car where the passengers would survive an 70mph head on impact.

I googled 70 mph collision, and this was the first link that wasn't about the smart test

http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/Str...00811315153872

roxy1 · 06-15-2009, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by supmet

The smart did ok. What about the passengers? I'm still a firm believer in the necessity of crumple zones.

There's a video of the smart running into a concrete barrier, and then the guy is like "oh look how well built the smart is! the passenger door still opens!". Everyone would have died in that car.

ill make nice and agree with supmet on this. deceleration plays havoc with internal organs of the body and head. while the cage of the smart might keep the interior of the car intact, the deceleration would have to be made worse by lack of much in the way of a crumple zone.

Tamago · 06-15-2009, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by roxy1

ill make nice and agree with supmet on this. deceleration plays havoc with internal organs of the body and head. while the cage of the smart might keep the interior of the car intact, the deceleration would have to be made worse by lack of much in the way of a crumple zone.

i'd rather die with my legs intact than live with my lower body crushed by the dash/steering column.

living without legs is not living.

TheRealEnth · 06-15-2009, 02:49 PM

cars crash.. people die.... dont worry about statistics.... just try to be a good driver.... if someone else was the bad driver and u got f**ked over.. then thats life.... end it

06-14-2009, 08:58 PM	#2
cleong Parallel Parking Pro View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 1.5 Manual Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 590	In this case, the Yaris wins. It handles better, and can get you out of a dangerous situation instead of relying on its crash stars. Note how the Camry loses control, the Yaris is on the inside line of the Camry, and still retains enough control to brake in the same distance it takes the Camry to spin to a halt. __________________ Leong's NCP91 Toyota Yaris E Hankook V12 Evo 195/55/15 on Buddy Club P1 replicas 15x7 ET +38 Stebel horns, Philips Silvervision turn indicator bulbs TTE Lowering Springs, Camber bolts TRD Blue brake pads Fujitsubo Super Wagolis axleback exhaust DC Sports header

06-14-2009, 09:37 PM	#7
SilverBack Joey View User's Garage Drives: '14 Scion xD 5-speed Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: El Monte, Ca Posts: 3,529	See my comment on the first vid __________________ Formerly owned Met-Met. '07 Yaris LB 5-speed. A forum post should be like a skirt: Long enough to cover the subject but short enough to keep things interesting. "I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem." -Hank Hill

06-15-2009, 03:34 AM	#8
Red Horse View User's Garage Drives: 2008 Yaris sedan A/T Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Costa mesa, California Posts: 353	Toyota should move the Yaris driver seat in the center :) __________________

06-15-2009, 02:49 PM	#18
TheRealEnth Beast View User's Garage Drives: 2007 Blz Blu LB Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 1,365	cars crash.. people die.... dont worry about statistics.... just try to be a good driver.... if someone else was the bad driver and u got f**ked over.. then thats life.... end it __________________ One you've taken a yaris for a spin, there's no turning back. Its a Chao!!!

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06-14-2009, 05:30 PM	#1
voodoo22 Drives: Yaris Sedan (auto) Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 545	I don't like seeing this, but if you get a Camry to feel safer, then where does it end? With everyone drive full sized rigs? I'll continue to remain alert and stick at or below speed limits and enjoy our Yaris.

06-14-2009, 09:24 PM	#4
TheSilkySmooth Drives: 08 3DR 5M Bayou Blue; 09 Fos Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 622	Here's a 60 MPH real offest crash viddy (VERY UGLY) between two cars considered to have good structures. I dont think I could walk away from this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe3Jp...DC48B&index=25

06-14-2009, 09:28 PM	#5
TheSilkySmooth Drives: 08 3DR 5M Bayou Blue; 09 Fos Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 622	I am not promoting heavier cars, I have driven sub-compacts for most of my life. They are maneuverable and can help a good driver AVOID an accident. Down with H2's, no Trailblaizers, No Yukons, No Ford Explorers, Expeditions, Excursions. etc! (I dont want them to hit me!)

06-14-2009, 09:34 PM	#6
leasaunce Drives: Toyota Yaris Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 131	check out the headlight! weeee!

06-15-2009, 01:48 PM	#11
POORSHA View User's Garage Drives: 2008 LB Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NE CT Posts: 418	Hate to mention it, but there was a video of a smart vs mercedes. The smart did ok.