2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 99 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Corolla | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
