2005 Kia Amanti vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 377 kg more than 2012 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 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Camry. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Amanti | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Amanti | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |