2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Camry | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
