2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 157 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
