2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Corolla 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 91.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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