2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Because 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ. 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 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corolla | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
