1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Holden Statesman 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 1996 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
