2011 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Yaris | Durango |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1689 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
