2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 276 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Jetta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
