2001 Toyota Highlander vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (221 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Highlander | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
