1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Hilux |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |