2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Corolla | Croma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |