2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1095 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
