2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Yaris | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |