1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |