2009 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |