2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota Yaris and 1996 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,296 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Yaris | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Yaris | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |