2005 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 (220 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Camry | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |