1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Auris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
