2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
