2012 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1113 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.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Phaeton | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2233 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5059 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1903 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1901 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2881 mm | 2610 mm |
