2000 Toyota Echo 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 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 2007 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. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Echo | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Echo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
