2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux. 2005 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Hilux 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Hilux Camry
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 170 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1200 kg
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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