2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2000 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Tundra 2000 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra Corolla
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2610 mm