2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
