2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Corolla 2003 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Corolla Corolla
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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