2002 Mazda Spiano vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Spiano | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Spiano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2601 mm |
