2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 316 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.
Because 2003 Porsche GT2 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 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche GT2 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | GT2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
