2012 Holden Calais vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Calais (344 HP) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Because 2012 Holden Calais 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 2012 Holden Calais. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Holden Calais | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | Camry |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
