2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Yaris | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | Echo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |