2004 Toyota Tundra vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 570 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 Toyota Tundra 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 2004 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Tundra 1997 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra Corolla
Year Released 2004 1997
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3376 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 150 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2470 mm


 

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