2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 8 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 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 887 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Camry | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Camry | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
