2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 208 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corolla | Quest |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |