2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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, 2008 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
