2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Linea | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
