2009 Honda Fit vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 85 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (116 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 39 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (106 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit 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:
2009 Honda Fit | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Fit | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |