2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |