2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
