2005 Toyota RunX vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.

Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RunX. 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 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RunX 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 RunX 2002 Toyota Caldina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RunX Caldina
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1178 kg 1380 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm


 

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