2000 Toyota GT1 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota GT1 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | GT1 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
