2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Colorado | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
