1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Touran |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 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 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |