2003 Honda City vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 187 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda City | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | City | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
