2002 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 2002 Toyota Caldina and 2005 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Caldina | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |