2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 330 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yaris | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
