2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 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 (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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2004 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |