1996 Toyota Paseo vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Paseo | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Paseo | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |