2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
