2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 6 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo. 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 (171 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
