2005 Volkswagen Fox vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Fox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Fox | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Fox | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1012 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
