2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1304 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 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1760 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |