2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
