2003 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yaris | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
