2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
