2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari California weights approximately 578 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 2009 Ferrari California 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 2009 Ferrari California. 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, 2009 Ferrari California (483 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Toyota | Ferrari |
| Model | Corolla | California |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
