2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 130 kg more 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Prius V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |