2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.

Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Camry 2008 Toyota 4Runner
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry 4Runner
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 4664 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 87 L


 

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