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Originally Posted by MugenRep
2007 Toyota Yaris
Episode 2535
"Transmission choices are a standard 5-speed manual or our test car’s optional 4-speed automatic.
Of course with only 106 horses, it’s no surprise that the Yaris manages 0-60 in 9.5 seconds, and finishes the quarter mile in a leisurely 17.4 seconds at 80 miles-per-hour."
The earlier gen definitely is faster with a 5 speed than the newer heavier 2012+. I just wanted to compare the same magazines as it would be the most applicable. The .1 secs and 1mph could be any changes to the drivers weight, tires, barometric pressure, temperature at the track that day, etc.
I was simply showing the 2012 iQ and 2012 Yaris aren't that far apart OEM, statistic-wise. We're both slow, but have a little potential in either application to make them enjoyable. Both are great A & B segment cars and both have limiting factors. No "diss" to either chassis.
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I agree, there's nothing in it besides the driver having a big lunch that day, which is why I included the "technically" caveat. Interesting nonetheless.