2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 1 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 820 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Trafic | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
