2000 Toyota Echo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 (127 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2005 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Echo | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Echo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |