2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota Prius

To start off, both 2006 Toyota Camry and 2006 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2006 Toyota Prius
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Prius
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1497 cc
Horse Power 190 HP 77 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 268 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1302 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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