2007 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 984 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Terracan | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Terracan | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |