1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Corolla | Toledo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |