2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 2005 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Pride Wagon 2005 Toyota Corolla
Make Kia Toyota
Model Pride Wagon Corolla
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2710 mm


 

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