2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ridgeline | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |