2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 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 (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |