2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 7 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
