2002 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 160 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.
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 2005 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 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |