2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Altezza 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Altezza Corolla
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2994 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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