2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
