2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |