1999 Toyota Paseo vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Paseo | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
