2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 2 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), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avanza | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
