2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris.

Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra. 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Tundra 2005 Toyota Yaris
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra Yaris
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4663 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 424 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 66.7 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5820 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3710 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L


 

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