2010 Ford Kuga vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Kuga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Kuga | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Kuga | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
