2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 949 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.
Because 2013 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Corolla | Equus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
