2003 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |