2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 Camry | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
