2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corolla | 3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1830 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |