2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 570 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.

Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Yaris 2009 Toyota Hilux
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Hilux
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 80 L


 

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