2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
