2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Almera | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
