2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 466 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, 2009 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |