2002 Acura EL vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Acura EL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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 Acura EL (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | EL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |