2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 7 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius V (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius V should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
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 (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Prius V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
