2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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 (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
