1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 1996 Toyota Corolla and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota Corolla 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 1996 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm


 

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