2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
