2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. Both 2008 Toyota Camry and 2006 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 2,362 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 941 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa. 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Camry | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |