1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 130 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stagea | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
