2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Hilux | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
