2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 300 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
