2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 317 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corolla | Touran |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 77.4 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |