2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 204 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 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Yaris | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
