2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
