2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 98 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2003 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. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Toyota Tundra | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2610 mm |