2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 674 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Hardbody (278 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Hardbody | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1157 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
