1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
