2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
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 Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |