2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2009 Toyota Camry (218 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |