2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 540 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
