2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
