1996 Toyota Paseo 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 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 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. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
