2002 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 259 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Demio | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Demio | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |