2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 269 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.
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 (170 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
