2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 (325 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
