Spark LS vs Yaris

Chevrolet · Toyota

1/4 Mile winner

Spark LS

Beats the Yaris by 0.19s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Spark LS beats the Yaris comfortably, finishing 0.19 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Spark LS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

98 hp

106 hp

0–100 km/h

10.9s

11.2s

Top speed

180 km/h

Engine

1.4L Inline-4 Gasoline

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

127 Nm

150 Nm

Price

$14,395

$18,400

Simulated race times

Distance

Spark LS

Yaris

100 m

8.064s

8.164s

1/8 mile

11.927s

12.066s

1/4 mile

17.944s

18.137s

1 km

32.218s

32.498s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Spark LS is $14,395 vs $18,400 for the Yaris — a $4,005 gap. 0–100 km/h: Spark LS is 0.30s quicker (10.9s vs 11.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Spark LS or the Yaris?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Spark LS is faster, beating the Yaris by 0.19 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Spark LS vs the Yaris?

The Spark LS hits 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds, while the Yaris does it in 11.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Spark LS produces 98 hp; the Yaris produces 106 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Spark LS tops out at 180 km/h, and the Yaris reaches 180 km/h.

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