2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 6 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
