2009 Ford Flex vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Flex | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |