2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 835 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 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Dodge Charger 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. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Yaris | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
