2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Camry | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |