2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Spark | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
