2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Camry | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Camry | AZ |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2260 mm |