2003 Honda Z vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 1 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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 Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
