1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Corolla | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |