2005 Holden Rodeo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Holden Rodeo and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2005 Holden Rodeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Holden Rodeo 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Holden Toyota
Model Rodeo Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2405 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2610 mm