2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Venza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |