2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2361 cc | 2399 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1384 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
