2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2005 Toyota Yaris and 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yaris | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
