2008 Toyota Auris vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2008 Toyota Auris and 2008 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Auris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Auris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Auris 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Auris Camry
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1396 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 268 HP
Torque 130 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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