2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
