2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 904 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (427 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 99 L |
