2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 261 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
