2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
