2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Yaris | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
