2011 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 540 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota RAV4 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
