2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
