2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 915 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Quantum | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
