2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 1 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 Spark. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
