2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 534 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Toyota Celsior has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Celsior |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |