2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
