2005 Skoda Superb vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Skoda Superb 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 493 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 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Superb | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
