2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 471 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
