1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 13 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), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 455 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Corolla | Orlando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |