2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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 Yaris (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Yaris | Spark |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 65 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |