2002 Toyota Pod vs. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Pod. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Pod | 2001 Toyota Progress NC 300 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Pod | Progress NC 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |