1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mark II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mark II 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, 2005 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
