2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 204 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
