1997 Toyota Paseo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 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 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Paseo | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
