2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1148 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 2007 Dodge Charger 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 2007 Dodge Charger. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Charger | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |