2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
