2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2470 mm |