2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Yaris | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
