1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla.

Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Toyota Corolla 2007 Toyota Sienna
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Sienna
Year Released 1998 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 85 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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