2005 Acura TL vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 443 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.
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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TL | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |