2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
