2003 Ford Model U vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Model U | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
