2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 124 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
