1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Renault Logan. (74 HP @ 5 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Renault Logan. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Logan. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Corolla | Logan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
