2006 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 1998 Toyota Caldina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Caldina
Year Released 2006 1998
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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