2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Corolla and 2007 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius. 2007 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
