2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 225 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 RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RAV4 (224 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
