2007 Acura RDX vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 10 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RDX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |