2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 244 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2007 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1364 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
