2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1661 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |