2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 162 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
