2003 Honda City vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 6 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | City | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |