2011 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 14 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 747 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Grandeur | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Grandeur | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
