2005 Tata Mint vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Mint | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Mint | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |