2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (106 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| 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 Length | 3930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
