1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 70 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 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3710 mm |
