2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 2007 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
