2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
