2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 660 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 Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
