2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 663 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Camry | Equus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
