2005 Toyota Soarer vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 475 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 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Soarer | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Soarer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
