2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avalon (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 533 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
