2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
