1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 214 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corolla | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
