2012 Renault Sandero vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Renault Sandero is newer by 8 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Sandero weights approximately 101 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Sandero. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Sandero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Sandero | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Sandero | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
