2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1353 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 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Camry | NV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
