2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 2004 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 36 L |
