2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
