2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,794 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 26 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto.
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 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Picanto | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
