2003 Toyota Crown vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Toyota Crown.
Because 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Crown (328 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Crown | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Crown | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |