2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 2 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
