2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |