2001 Toyota Camry vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Parati |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
