2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Corolla 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 2004 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1190 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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