2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 4 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |