2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Auris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
