2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Camry. (134 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Tacoma | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3376 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
