2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
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 Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Caldina | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |