2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 403 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Yaris | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
