2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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. Both 2009 Toyota Yaris and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,496 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 250 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 (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Yaris 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Corolla
Year Released 2009 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 55 L


 

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